Many of us with special needs children who are nearing the end of high school experience the stomach-churning thoughts of “what’s next” and “how do I prepare my child who thrives on structure and consistency?”. I am all too familiar with this feeling. My son Connor has left the safety net of high school and has Autism Spectrum Disorder. I understand.

As a parent of a special needs son, I have hands on experience with knowing what opportunities are important and meaningful. I also feel strongly that we are all in this together. At PRISM, we pursue opportunities for lifelong learning, and we believe it is important for learning and focus to be based upon inclusion with the community at large. I know from experience that PRISM will provide a sense of peace for your family; peace in knowing that your son or daughter is safe, respected, and in an environment which supports continued growth.

My hope is that each and every individual we serve receives validation that they are important and has much to offer, and that they have the opportunity to experience life like the rest of us. I am confident that if you choose to explore PRISM’s program for your son or daughter, that they will be able to start each day filled with a sense of purpose. And you will be able to look forward to the fact that, with the right supports and acceptance, the best is yet to come.